Dangerous Jane, written by Suzanne Slade and illustrated by Alice Ratterree, is the energetic picture book biography of the Nobel Prize-winning woman the FBI once named “Most Dangerous Woman in America.” With a timely focus on activism, community, immigration, poverty, and peace, Dangerous Jane inspires readers young and old to live out her enduring message of hope.
From the time she was a child, Jane’s heart ached for others. At first, she focused her efforts on poverty, which lead to the creation of Hull House, the settlement house she built in Chicago. For the next 25 years she helped immigrants live at Hull House in peace. But when World War I broke out, Jane decided to take on the world, becoming a “dangerous” woman for the sake of peace.
“An attractive volume introducing an important American to young readers.” —Kirkus Reviews
“In Slade’s and Ratterree’s hands, Addams’s legacy shines brightly for the next generation of advocates.” —School Library Journal
“A straightforward introduction to the dedication and purpose of an American heroine.”
—Booklist
“An inspiring testament to the power of activism.” —Publishers Weekly
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Jane Addams is an American icon and hero who has many accomplishments attached to her name, but not everyone saw her that way during her efforts to bring peace to the world. To learn more about Jane Addams, her life, and her legacy, check out these great resources!
